Imagine me: From Grass To Grace

By Paul Ssendagire

Imagine Me is an insightful autobiography into the journey of a humble, persistent Ugandan boy and his finding hope in God, as he pursues the only thing he believes will brighten his future, education. It started when his mother abandons him at the very young age of two years, leaving him in the care of a cruel stepmother, marking the beginning of his childhood woes. His childhood misfortunes continued when he lost his dear father, whose death was a very big blow to him. He started giving up hope altogether. Paul thought there was no God.His grandmother's influence pushed him on and assured him that the only way for him to fit well into society was to get some schooling. He followed her advice and left the village in search of employment, so he could make money for his education. Ending up on the street and fending for himself at just 10 years old, he fought the unfriendly cold nights, the bullies, and the police. He survived through selling scrap metals and old bottles.Later, Paul found shelter in an orphanage. There he read the Bible and learned to pray. His hopes were dashed some more, and he was forced to sort through his idea of who God is and whether he really did have a plan for his life. He embarked on a passionate pursuit to realize his dream of studying. However, securing space in a school, which was his reason for leaving the village, was an upward climb against continual resistance. You will find yourself rooting for him. Through his eyes, you will have a window into Ugandan culture and become acquainted with the challenges of living in East Africa.Imagine Me is more than a personal story. Paul's perseverance encourages those who struggle to keep going and also causes pause for others to consider the significant impact their kindness, or lack thereof, has on those struggling. It is a testimony shouting that God can make a way where there is no way

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1086753771
• ISBN13: 9781086753776
• Release Date: August 2019
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"